House passes bill to let Delta Queen ply U.S. rivers again

7:44 PM,
Sep. 25, 2013

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Deirdre Shesgreen

After a short but spirited debate, the House approved a bill Wednesday that would allow the Delta Queen, the historic paddle-wheeled steamboat, to once again navigate America's rivers - boosting chances that the vessel will return to its one-time home port of Cincinnati.

Proponents, led by Rep. Steve Chabot, R-Westwood, said the legislation would help save an American treasure and spur the economy.

"It preserves an important piece of American history and it supports American jobs," Chabot said during the 40-minute debate. "The Delta Queen is beloved by many, many Cincinnatians who ...